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SUPPORT THE Y, STRENGTHEN YOUR COMMUNITY

BECAUSE . . . THE IMPACT OF YOUR SUPPORT GIVES EVERYONE IN OUR COMMUNITY A CHANCE TO THRIVE. Our community faces new challenges that create a greater need for the work we do. Fortunately, where we see some obstacles, we see opportunities for our members, volunteers, staff, and the generous donors like you to make a difference. No other organization can impact as many people as powerfully as we do every day. The Y. So Much More.

The Y is for Youth Development

All kids deserve a chance to discover who they are and what they can achieve.

Meet Sydney

A young girl whose summers are full of fun, exciting adventures, and friendships that last a lifetime. She’s a Y Camp kid! Watch Sydney’s story and see how there’s so much more to the Y than you might think.

Meet Nathan

A young boy avoided being swept away by a rip current because of the life-saving skills he learned through Y aquatics programs.

Meet The Goldens

On their journey from boys to young men, these boys have experienced a continuum of development at the Y. Watch the Golden’s story and see how there’s so much more to the Y than you might think.

Meet Sara

As the mother of two adopted boys, Sara credits YMCA summer camp for helping her boys break out of their shell and enjoy being kids

Meet Dylan

Dylan is given a safe place to learn, grow and thrive at YMCA School-Age Child Care.

The Y is for Healthy Living

You can improve the nation's health and well-being by starting in your community. The Y brings families closer together, supports fitness and fun, and provides opportunities to manage chronic diseases in a supportive environment.

Meet Ralph

Ralph decided to take charge of his weight and health, with help from the Y.

Meet Shawnae

For Shawnae, the Y became a support system for her family when they needed it most – when their daughter was diagnosed with cancer.

Meet Hauwa

Hawau dedicated her life to helping others in war-torn areas. But when it came to the battle for her life, she relied on help from the Y. Watch her story and see how there’s so much more to the Y than you might think.